Before you get too excited Lego has not decided to ship a Wii Remote you can build from scratch out of Lego bricks. That would be too much excitement for most gamers to handle.

Instead, the Play & Build Remote is a Lego-branded Wii Remote that comes with a selection of Lego bricks that can be attached to the front of the Remote. It’s a little less interesting than a build-your-own model, but could still be a hit with younger gamers in your house.

As it’s standard Lego I expect a few people to build on the idea and add their own Lego bricks and structures to create something unique. With a bit of ingenuity you could turn this into a number of different setups such as a Lego gun, light saber, or a novel way to stop the Remote slipping out of your hand without the need for a grip cover.

Expect to see it appear at your favorite games retailer by the end of the week for $40.